9 Best Museums in Stockholm
Thinking about visiting some of the best museums in Stockholm but not sure where to start?
Stockholm is home to some of the best museums, offering everything from Swedish history and royal palaces to modern photography and interactive exhibits. Whether you're interested in history, art, or just looking for fun things to do in Stockholm, there’s a museum for you.
As someone who has lived in Sweden and visited many of these museums, I know it can be difficult to decide where to go and how much time to spend. Here are the best museums in Stockholm to add to your itinerary.
Stockholm City Pass
The Stockholm City Pass can help you save money and skip ticket lines at popular attractions. To see if it’s worth it, compare the total cost of individual tickets to the pass.
My Top 3 Best Museums in Stockholm
If you are only visiting for a short time, these are the best museums in Stockholm that I recommend. These are the museums that I always take my guests to when they visit Stockholm so I've been to these museums for a few times already!
1
Vasa Museum
Vasa Museum is one of the best museums in Stockholm and home to the world's only preserved 17th-century warship. While you might think it's just about the ship, there's so much history to uncover: from its tragic sinking in 1628 to the incredible preservation efforts that brought it back to life.
💡 Best for: History lovers, families, and first-time visitors to Stockholm.
✨ Personal Tip: It’s cold inside, so bring a jacket! Also, large bags aren’t allowed (cloakroom and lockers available).
💰 Price: 195 SEK (Free for visitors 18 and under)
📍 Location: Galärvarvsvägen 14, Stockholm
🤩 Skip the line and discover the history of the Vasa with this guided tour.
2
Skansen
Skansen is the world's oldest open-air museum and visiting it is one of the fun things to do in Stockholm, whether you want to see Nordic animals up close or experience Swedish traditions and culture.
It's especially known for hosting one of the biggest celebrations of midsummer in Sweden.
💡 Best for: Families, culture lovers, and anyone wanting to experience Swedish traditions.
✨ Personal Tip: Prepare to walk a lot! Skansen is huge, so expect to spend a few hours exploring. Some smaller museums inside have their own entrance fees, so check before entering. Don’t miss the viewpoint for amazing views of Stockholm!
💰 Price:
- Jan 7 – April 29, 2025: 220 SEK (Adult), 200 SEK (Pensioner/Student), 85 SEK (Child 4-15).
- April 30 – Sept 28, 2025: 285 SEK (Adult), 265 SEK (Pensioner/Student), 85 SEK (Child 4-15).
📍 Location: Djurgårdsslätten 49-51, 115 21 Stockholm
🤩 Book your Skansen ticket for a day of Swedish culture and Nordic animals.
